Engineer Mechanical (Level 3) Swaleside

Gov Facility Services Limited; Sheerness; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A Ministry of Justice service provider is seeking a qualified Mechanical Engineer to join their team at HMP Swaleside in England. The role involves maintaining vital heating and plumbing systems, ensuring a safe environment. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in plumbing or mechanical engineering, along with relevant experience. The position is full-time, offering a competitive salary, 25 days of holiday, and benefits. Join a diverse team focused on rehabilitation and make a difference in the community.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Access to private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Death in service at 4x salary

Financial reward mechanisms

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 qualification in plumbing or mechanical engineering.
• Two years' experience working in a plumber role or equivalent.
• Familiarity with Legionella L8 requirements is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work as a Mechanical Engineer at HMP Swaleside.
• Ensure the smooth operation of facilities within the prison.
• Collaborate with a diverse team dedicated to safety and rehabilitation.

Skills

C&G 6189 Plumbing and domestic heating

Experience working on commercial or industrial heating

Good working knowledge of planned preventive maintenance

Familiar with Water supply regulation

Good working knowledge of health and safety requirements

Unvented water heater vessel course G3

Education

NVQ Level 3 qualified

EAL Diploma in Plumbing and Heating

Job description

Mechanical Engineer (Level 3)

Location: HMP Swaleside Brabazon Road, Eastchurch. Isle of Sheppy ME12 4AX
Salary: £43,177.30
Contract: Full time | Permanent

We are seeking an NVQ level 3 qualified Plumber to join our team at HMP Swaleside, a Category C & Male Prison – as a Mechanical Engineer.

Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues – we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.

HMP Swaleside runs like a self‑contained town; it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed to driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body. Everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, visitor, and the wider families and community.

As a Mechanical Engineer you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from plumbers, electricians, carpenters, painters, to cleaners and administrators, all dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a safe and secure environment for all.

If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change, and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical, time‑bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for a plumber to join us as a Mechanical Engineer with one of the following NVQ Level 3 qualifications and combination of skills:

• C&G 6189 Plumbing and domestic heating
• C&G 5962 Certificate in Plumbing (Advanced craft)
• C&G 6019 Mechanical Engineering services (plumbing)
• C&G 6018 Heating and ventilation installation
• C&G 6129 Certificate in Plumbing
• C&G 214 Engineering systems maintenance
• C&G 6188 Heating and ventilating
• C&G 6088 Certificate in heating and ventilating
• C&G 6032 Advanced craft certificate in plumbing
• EAL Diploma in Plumbing and Heating
• Experience working on commercial or industrial heating, water or building service systems
• Unvented water heater vessel course G3 – highly desirable
• Two years' experience working in a role as a plumber or equivalent
• Familiar with and able to work to Water supply regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements
• Good working knowledge of planned preventive maintenance operations
• Good working knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
• L8 awareness training – desirable (Provided if required)

If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you!

Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL. Join us to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and play your part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society.

Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non‑contractual benefits are provided. These include death in service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, an Employee Assistance Programme, financial reward mechanisms, and retailer discounts.

We focus on safety, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress.

We are passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging, and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value every employee brings to the organisation and are committed to satisfying differing needs while ensuring fairness for all.

GFSL is notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that FM services will, in future, be delivered by the private sector. Following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will transfer to a private sector provider no sooner than August 2027.

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